Inspection Before Operation; Cleaning The Machine - Makita DCU603 Instruction Manual

Inspection before operation

Perform the following inspections before operation the
machine.
• Check that the bolts, nuts, and knobs are tight-
ened firmly.
Fig.63
• Check that the brake is working properly. If you
feel the brake is not working sufficiently, perform
the cleaning of the brake. If no improvement can
be found, ask Makita Authorized Service Centers
for repair.
• Check that the dump unit is locked when the han-
dle of the dump unit is fully pulled down.
Fig.64
► 1. Handle
• Check that the tires of front and rear wheels are
not damaged, and the air in the tires is sufficient.
• Check that the front lamps, rear lamp, and reflec-
tor are clean. Clean them if necessary.
• Check that the scrapers are in the correct posi-
tion. If the scraper is facing upward, adjust the
orientation of the scraper by loosing the bolts.
When tightening the bolts, do not push the scraper
toward the front of the machine.
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Fig.65
► 1. Scraper

Cleaning the machine

NOTICE:
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or
cracks may result.
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NOTICE:
Do not use the high pressure washer
for cleaning.
NOTICE:
When cleaning the machine, be sure
to close the cover of battery box. Otherwise, water
may enter into the battery box, and cause a malfunc-
tion of machine.
Remove mud, dirt, and the like from the machine. Clean
the machine with running water. After the cleaning, wipe
the machine with a dry cloth.
Storage
Lock the brake lever, and remove the battery cartridges
and lock key. Store the machine in a safe place out of
the reach of children.
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